Senior Project and Operations Communications Manager

Job overview

The Senior Project and Operations Communications Manager is an onsite role based in Oakland, CA, with a salary range of $150,000 - $190,000 USD per year. This position supports the Corporate Affairs team at RWE Americas by leading regional communications strategies for energy development projects. The role exists to ensure cohesive, proactive, and transparent communication with external stakeholders, including communities and local officials, throughout the full lifecycle of energy projects. It contributes to the company's goals by managing media relations, drafting project-related materials, and aligning regional messaging with national organizational objectives.

What you'll do

• Develop and implement regional communications strategies
• lead external communications for energy projects
• create community-facing materials
• serve as a primary regional contact for media inquiries
• manage external PR agencies
• produce analytic insights on media performance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

oakland ca

rwe americas

communications

energy

project management

media relations

stakeholder engagement

public relations

$150k-$190k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, Holidays.

Why this role

Focuses on regional energy project communications in the West region, requiring 30-40% travel to rural communities.

About the employer

RWE Americas is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.